Green Jay

[Geoffrey Montagu]

Captured this image a few weeks back at Laguna Seca Ranch, Texas as the rain was just starting to fall. When I first saw a Green Jay the day after we arrived in South Texas, I was impressed with its colorful feather patterns. As common as it is in these parts, I continued to enjoy its antics and beautiful feather display. C&C welcome.

D4S, Nikon 500mm f/4G, 1/800s, f 7.1, ISO 4000, Gitzo, Wimberley Gimbal head.

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[Joseph Przybyla]

Gorgeous exotic looking bird... nice perch, perfect background. Not sure what the specks are in the background, I probably would remove them. Thank you for sharing, Geoffrey.

[Geoffrey Montagu]

Gorgeous exotic looking bird... nice perch, perfect background. Not sure what the specks are in the background, I probably would remove them. Thank you for sharing, Geoffrey.

Thanks Joe. Those specks you see are rain drops. There are some water droplets clinging to his tail also.

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[Jonathan Ashton]

Lovely shot great pose amazing colours.
I have noticed mention of several ranches in Texas - are these locations where the general public can visit?

[Geoffrey Montagu]

Lovely shot great pose amazing colours.
I have noticed mention of several ranches in Texas - are these locations where the general public can visit?

Thanks Jonathan. Both the Laguna Seca Ranch and the Martin Refuge, we visited are privately owned, and you will find a full description of both locations, plus about arranging a visit at the respective websites. Just add .com

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